2. Guangzong Yaozu: Because the sound of "Zong" is similar to that of "Zong", it means "Guangzong Yaozu". Because the sounds of "Zongzi" and "Zong" are similar, eating Zongzi on Dragon Boat Festival means "honoring ancestors", so every family eats Zongzi on Dragon Boat Festival.
3. Success: "Zongzi" is similar to "Zhong", meaning "Success". Because the sound of "Zongzi" and "Zhong" is similar, taking the ancient meaning of "getting fame" means that a bachelor has won fame in the exam. Usually, ancient imperial examinations are held in autumn, so during the Dragon Boat Festival, people who want to win the first place in fame can be suggested to eat zongzi.
4. In memory of Qu Yuan: show respect and nostalgia for Qu Yuan. According to legend, in 340 BC, Qu Yuan, a patriotic poet and doctor of Chu, faced the pain of national subjugation. On May 5th, he threw a big stone into Guluo River with grief and indignation. In order to prevent fish and shrimp from damaging his body, people throw rice into the river with bamboo tubes. Over time, eating zongzi on the Dragon Boat Festival has become an expression of respect and nostalgia for Qu Yuan.
5, drive the dragon: the dragon will steal the sacrificial things, it is afraid of wormwood leaves and five-color ropes, so it is used to pack the sacrificial food.